Tony Dungy is not returning to NBC.
The former NFL head coach, who has sparked controversy with his comments on Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame snubbing, has reportedly been ousted by NBC. He will not return for the 2026 season.
According to a report by Andrew Marchand in The Athletic, Dungy has likely been ousted by NBC, heading into the 2026 season.
Dungy is “likely out as a regular on Football Night in America” as NBC has plans to “revamp” the NFL coverage.
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According to a report from The Athletic, Dungy's ousting is the first of what could be many moves by NBC.
"The Dungy move is one of the first decisions in what is anticipated to be a new-look show. While it is the highest-rated Sunday pregame show, it has the benefit of being sandwiched between the late 4:25 p.m. window on CBS and Fox and its premiere game on Sunday night," Marchand reported.
"The network may take the show fully on the road next season and slim down its cast, according to sources briefed on NBC’s plans."
The move is not final yet, though.
"Sources said that no final decisions have been made on the show, and Dungy has not been fully informed of the move, leaving the small possibility NBC could change its mind. The network also could give Dungy an “emeritus” role, as it did in the past with Bob Costas and Al Michaels, where he would contribute in a reduced role but still have an association with the network."
Dungy has worked for NBC for the past 17 seasons.